Is Sweden socialist?
Sweden and the other Scandinavian countries are often touted as successful socialist states. But, is Sweden really socialist? Or is…
Language and culture
What is Stockholm syndrome?
You’ve probably heard of Stockholm syndrome, but do you know what it is? Even once you do, there are lots…
Viking rune translator: turn your text into runes
It struck me when I was editing our post on Viking runes. Wouldn’t it be cool to type something in…
9 of the best Viking tours in Scandinavia
The Vikings came from Norway, Denmark and Sweden more than thousand years ago and left a rich cultural heritage across…
Cool Icelandic boy names and their meanings
Do you want an interesting name for your newborn son? Why not consider Icelandic boy names? Men in Iceland are…
Viking name generator
Wondering what you would have been called as a Viking? Of course you are… and now it’s time to unleash…
The Viking diet: what did Vikings eat, and was it healthy?
The Vikings, being the tough warriors they were, had a lot on their plate (literally!). But what did Vikings eat exactly?…
Dating in Sweden: what to expect as a foreigner
There’s a lot to love about Sweden, but navigating the country’s dating scene as a foreigner can be… tricky, to…
Scandinavian Christmas decor: the coolest decorations from the Nordic countries
A simply dressed tree with white candles next to a roaring fire and a window looking out onto a snowy…
How to say ‘hello’ in Norwegian (the right way)
For those learning a new language or traveling abroad, finding ways to say ‘hello’ to the locals is the gateway…